Arthritis patient support group app is one of 50 apps which connect patients with chronic conditions with Alliance Connect support groups. Links provided to Arthritis Connect as an example. These sites provide community discussions, useful information, messaging and tools to track and communicate mood.

Developer name: Alliance Health

Developer background:

Founded in 2006, Owns and operates more than 50 condition-specific social networks with over one million registered members. Funded by investments of over $12 million by Highway 12 and New World Ventures.

App sold at: Apple iTunes Store, Google Play Store

Pricing strategy: Free stand-alone app

Ability to interface with other software, devices or services: Stand alone app, does not interface

Interface capabilities :

None noted.

Certifications: Hosted at SAS-70 type 2 site.

Evidence that content is based on credible information :

None noted.

Customer support levels available: Email

Other customer support: Online Frequently Asked Questions.

Privacy policy: Written description available at developer website and/or within the app

Security policy: Written description available at developer website and/or within the app

Arthritis patient support group app is one of 50 apps which connect patients with chronic conditions with Alliance Connect support groups. Links provided to Arthritis Connect as an example. These sites provide community discussions, useful information, messaging and tools to track and communicate mood.

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